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From Post Office to Plate: Food Delivery Through the Postal Service
I had the pleasure of being a guest on an episode of The Postal Hub Podcast. We discussed the world of food delivery and how postal operators can try to make it work. Yep, you read that right, your local postal service isn’t just about letters and parcels anymore; they’re eyeing your food and bev too.
Not Everything Needs a Meeting: You Have Options
Raise your hand if you’ve ever sat through a meeting and thought, “this could have been an email.” Now raise your other hand if you’ve been in an email thread so long that you lost the will to live. We’ve all been there. The problem isn’t just too many meetings, it’s ineffective and pointless meetings about the wrong things.
Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain: Kameel Gaines
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Kameel Gaines
Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain: Christina Gindi
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Christina Gindi
Why Smart Supply Chain Professionals Focus on Agility, Not Trends
Every year, industry experts churn out predictions about where logistics and supply chains are headed. In 2025, AI will revolutionize the industry! The trucking market will stabilize! More visibility and transparency! Collaboration! Resilient supply chains!
Sound familiar? That’s because these so-called trends are often just recycled buzzwords—opinions dressed up as insights. Just like in fashion, trends come and go. Instead of chasing every flashy new idea, why not stick to classic, proven strategies while selectively investing in trends that show real staying power?
Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain: Lindsey Haught
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Lindsey Haught
Confident Delegation: A Game-Changer for Logistics Professionals
Delegation. It practically feels like it’s illegal in the world of logistics. The “cradle-to-grave” mentality—where one person handles every single aspect of a shipment from start to finish—is deeply ingrained in our industry’s culture. People who are not available 24/7/365 are made to feel like absolute pariahs. And while there’s something to be said for owning your work, let’s be real: trying to do it all, all the time, is a one-way ticket to burnout and a lonely life.
Reputation Matters: Why Reducing Wait-Times Makes Good Business Sense
“It is what it is.” That was the response from a large retailer when I pointed out their distribution center’s terrible reputation for driver wait-times. And it wasn’t just hearsay—clear data showed they averaged 7–9 hours for unloading, with some wait-times stretching over 12 hours. The person even admitted, “We have so much freight that carriers and drivers have to work with us, so fixing our wait-time issue isn’t really a priority.” On top of that, their procedure for paying detention fees was so riddled with bureaucracy, I wouldn’t have been surprised if they’d asked for a DNA sample from the driver.
Reputation in this industry is critical. Shippers with this “not-my-problem” attitude risk alienating reliable carriers and drivers, leaving themselves stuck with subpar options.
Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain: Katie Kaczmarek
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Katie Kaczmarek
What I’ve Learned as a Digital Nomad Working in Logistics
Being a digital nomad in logistics is a balancing act between wanderlust and work-life realities. While Instagram might showcase cappuccinos and croissants, the real story involves time zones, routines, and staying connected to an industry that never sleeps. Here’s what I’ve learned along the way:
Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain: Katherine Kruger
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Katherine Kruger
Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain: Joanne Bricker
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Joanne Bricker
Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain: Danielle Chaffin
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Danielle Chaffin
From Setbacks to Comebacks: How to Cultivate Resilience
Life is filled with ups and downs, and setbacks are simply part of the journey. Whether in personal or professional settings, the ability to rebound with grace after a disappointment or challenge is key to thriving rather than just surviving. This quality—resilience—helps us adapt and grow, turning obstacles into stepping stones. Let’s explore how to build resilience and start recovering from setbacks in a way that strengthens our future.Compensation Board (WCB) contributions, and other employee protections.
Driver Inc. Explained – What It Is, Who Uses It, and the Legal Implications
Driver Inc. is a business model in the Canadian trucking industry where commercial drivers, who do not own their vehicles, are classified as independent contractors rather than employees. This setup requires drivers to establish their own corporations, allowing them to invoice the trucking company for services rather than receiving traditional wages with benefits. Under this model, drivers avoid standard deductions like taxes and CPP (Canada Pension Plan), while carriers sidestep obligations such as overtime pay, Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) contributions, and other employee protections.
Series: Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Charlie Saffro
Understanding Tariffs: What They Are, Who Pays, and Why They Matter
A tariff is essentially a tax placed on goods brought into a country from another country. For example, when a company in the United States imports sneakers from Vietnam, a tariff might be applied to the price of those sneakers when they enter the country. This extra charge makes imported goods more expensive and can encourage buyers to choose similar products made domestically instead.
Series: Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Anya Aubry
Steering Clear of Trouble: 6 Mistakes Every Dispatcher Should Avoid
Being a dispatcher is one of the most critical roles in logistics. You’re the bridge between the customer and the driver, ensuring the everything runs smoothly. But in such a fast-paced environment, it’s easy to fall into habits that can derail operations. Whether you’re new to dispatching or have years of experience, avoiding these six common mistakes can help you run a tighter, more efficient operation and avoid costly headaches.
Series: Gorgeous Girls In Supply Chain
Welcome to our series celebrating the incredible women in Supply Chain and Logistics! In a traditionally male-dominated field, it's important to shine a light on the inspiring women who are making a significant impact. Through a mix of insightful and fun questions, we’ll explore their journeys, challenges, and successes. While we acknowledge the contributions of everyone in this industry, this series aims to elevate the voices and stories of women who often get missed. Next up: Jessica Wash